Mick Mac

I'm relieved to be only ?40 down. The Package should also have won though and I'll go with McGrath's tips again tomorrow.

Mick Mac Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > RIVERSIDE THEATRE > SOLWHIT > > These are the only 2 I have done so far. > > > > McGrath in the Telegraph: > 2.05 Riverside Theatre > 2.40 The Package > 4.00 Monkerhostin (nap0 > 4.40 Quevega Did that one and doubled my bet - plus got 2/1 with William Hill. Still a loss overall for the day but good to get the winner of the last :))

Knew someone mentioned binocular :'(

The Package came second - should have won as passed the winner just after the line.....booger. Ran a good race should perhaps have been in a better position coming to the second last.

Would you like some golf gear - or is that too ridiculous for normal people?

RIVERSIDE THEATRE SOLWHIT These are the only 2 I have done so far. McGrath in the Telegraph: 2.05 Riverside Theatre 2.40 The Package 3.20 Punjabi 4.00 Monkerhostin (nap0 4.40 Quevega

The return of the Red Devil !!

Not sure it would work. There are currently no conservative politicians of any importance. But maybe in a couple of months time.

Arkle tomorrow The betting suggested that Nicky Henderson was going to collect a third win in this race from five renewals as RIVERSIDE THEATRE was well backed by punters. He made a good start to his chasing career with a smooth success at Newbury (the runner-up had already franked the form) and followed that up with another accomplished round of jumping. His winning record is impressive and he can make his way to the top if staying healthy. Connections suggested afterwards that he may go to the Arkle in March without another run as he goes well fresh, but they may find something in early February if they felt he needed more experience. His odds are much longer than they should be with some bookmakers for Cheltenham, merely because he does not had the same high profile as others.

???? Wrote: > > I've also done Binoucular at 8 in the CH > > Binoculars you say - you'll need them.

???? Wrote: > > MM, Solwhit had flue last week(ish) no way I'm > putting money that way BOLLOCKS - I READ THAT EARLIER IN THE STANDARD AND COMPLETLY FORGOT !!!!! But the breaking news is he is in great form and has 218 facebook friends

Scanning too quickly Sue. I have to watch tv and read the racing post website at the same time you know. Not easy.

Declan - I have PM'd you. For everyone else, its a tip for first two home in the 2pm at Plumpton today: 1 Sophies Trophy 2 Ravenclaw

Narnia Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Mick are you quoting from something you read as a > result of your new subscription? You are sharp as a tack Declan.

He's a driven man - almost "Faldo like" when it comes to winning meaningless titles.

HonaloochieB Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Let's not get snootable about coal tar. > I frequently apply to my bath, Tidman's sea salt, > a capfull of Dettol and lather myself up with a > handsome bar of Wright's coal tar. > I leave my tub redolent of a 1930's millhand, and > none the less 'sexy' for it, as some of the young > 'uns might be inclined to put it. > I mean seriously, you've only to smell me. Jeez Hal - I can smell you from here!

It was a race run at a strong enough pace, and that was exactly what SOLWHIT required as he won his fifth Grade 1 race in nine months and put himself forward as the most likely winner of the Champion Hurdle. This race was run at more of a Cheltenham pace than any other he has contested this season. He travelled well and jumped as fluently as he ever has, perhaps hit a flat spot for a few strides after the second-last, but really picked up well after a good jump at the last, putting distance between himself and some good horses. Everything suggests the particular test of 2m around Cheltenham in the Champion will suit him better than most, and in addition the way his jumping has improved this season takes away the one potential flaw he has. He looks likely to take some beating in March.

Tarot Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Whatever bet you have. never bet what you cant > afford to lose, Thanks. :) Sound advice. You sound like my Mum. ;-)

Mr Quids has a Cheltenham thread already deano. Add your tips to that thread. He's not the sort to get on the wrong side of...;-)

I bet on some donkey called lifestyle at the weekend. Odds on and lost. Looking to my France bet to fund my Cheltenham bets though. I'm assuming England don't have what it takes to upset the Franch. If a lose on Cheltenham and then England also upset the French I won't be happy!

Today Matthew, I will be.....scarifying Yep - the lawn regeneration has begun. Lots of raking. Trip to BnQ etc. At my age this is a very exciting tim eof year...

monica Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Errrm less of the Irishism please, I am part > Irish, or my surname is rather.B) Monica Murphy. Nice name.

I am a big fan - can we do this on facebook?

Ladygooner Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > The relief! 2-1 to the Arsenal! Watched the last 20 mins and thought that if hey were potential champions they would score a late goal.......

mockney piers Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Rory and I ready there. His mum is trying to > persuade him he's Irish or some craziness!! Saw young Rory running round EDT celebrating the Ireland win. Looked 100% Irish to me ...............